journal article·2026-03Open access

Biodegradable Adhesive Systems for Bio‐Integrated Applications

Won Bae Han, Sungkeun Han, Prashant Shivaji Shewale, Hyewon Cho, Li‐Hyun Kim, Venkata Ramesh Naganaboina, Suk‐Won Hwang

Advanced Science· Volume 13· Issue 15

Abstract

Abstract Biodegradable adhesives, unlike their traditional counterparts, are engineered to bond to biological tissues while naturally degraded over time, thereby eliminating the need for removal procedures and reducing the risk of chronic inflammation. These unique features are particularly suitable for temporary biomedical applications such as wound closure, internal sealing, or integration with electronics for active/passive functions. The adhesive performance arises from the strategic combination of biodegradable polymers and adhesion mechanisms that dynamically interact with tissue surfaces. This review introduces recent advancements in biodegradable adhesives through a mechanism‐based framework, focusing on five key adhesion strategies: physical interlocking, hydrogen bonding, catechol chemistry, amine‐carboxyl coupling, and covalent bonding via diazirine or isocyanate linkages. For each strategy, representative material systems, functional properties, and biomedical implementations that enable strong, conformal adhesion under wet and physiological environments are highlighted, and with a discussion of current challenges and future directions toward intelligent, multifunctional bioadhesives for clinical uses are concluded.
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Research context

OpenAlex topics: Polymer Surface Interaction Studies · Surgical Sutures and Adhesives · Adhesion, Friction, and Surface Interactions

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Affiliations

KU‐KIST Graduate School of Converging Science and Technology Korea University Seoul 02841 Republic of Korea

School of Electronic Engineering Kyonggi University Suwon Gyeonggi‐do 16227 Republic of Korea

Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Amrita School of Engineering Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham Amaravati Campus Amaravati Andhra Pradesh 522503 India

Center for Biomaterials Biomedical Research Institute Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) Seoul 02792 Republic of Korea

Department of Integrative Energy Engineering Korea University Seoul 02841 Republic of Korea

Funding

Korea Institute of Science and Technology

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